ordered
Americanadjective
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neatly or conveniently arranged; well-organized.
an ordered office.
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done according to specific principles or procedures.
an ordered method of assembling the parts.
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conducted according to certain precepts or rules.
an ordered way of life.
Other Word Forms
- nonordered adjective
- orderedness noun
- unordered adjective
Etymology
Origin of ordered
Example Sentences
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A burn ban was ordered for 91 counties, essentially the entire southern half of the state, for at least 30 days.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
A doctor ordered the worker to take a week off, but the employee said that, on the fifth day, she was called in to work because no one could cover her shift, the complaint said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
A magisterial inquiry has been ordered to establish what happened and fix responsibility.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
Carbon atoms form an ordered hexagonal framework, while hydrogen atoms move through it along spiral-like paths.
From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026
“Children, come with me,” she ordered as she stood up and unceremoniously dragged the three Incorrigibles out of their seats.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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